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About The Big Prawn
A giant prawn sculpture standing 9 metres tall at the entrance to Ballina on the Pacific Highway. Originally built in 1989, it was relocated and restored in 2013 after a Bunnings store was built on its original site.
About
A giant prawn sculpture standing 9 metres tall at the entrance to Ballina on the Pacific Highway. Originally built in 1989, it was relocated and restored in 2013 after a Bunnings store was built on its original site.
History & Significance
Built in 1989 as a roadside attraction celebrating Ballina's connection to prawn fishing and the local seafood industry. Originally located on a different site, it was relocated and restored in 2013 after a Bunnings store was constructed on its original location.
Getting There
Located at the entrance to Ballina on the Pacific Highway, about 30 km south of Byron Bay. Easy drive access from the highway.
Parking
Free parking available on-site. Limited capacity but suitable for cars and small vehicles; adequate for the brief visit duration.
Visitor Tips
- •Stop on your way through Ballina on the Pacific Highway — it's right at the entrance
- •Perfect for a quick photo stop, especially with kids
- •Get there early morning or late afternoon for the best light and minimal traffic
- •Wheelchair accessible so the whole family can get close
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Quick Facts
At a Glance
The Place
- Significance
- State
Plan Your Visit
- Entry
- Free
- Duration
- 15 minutes
- Best Time
- Any time — it's a quick 15-minute stop. Early morning or late afternoon offers better light for photos and fewer passing vehicles.
- Hours
- Open 24 hours. Viewing anytime.
Location
- Area
- Ballina
- Region
- Richmond - Tweed
- State
- New South Wales
Good to Know
Highlights
Activities
Family & Visitor Info
- Ages
- All ages
- Shade/Cover
- Limited shade
- Pram Friendly
- Yes
Food & Drink
No food facilities on-site. Ballina town centre is nearby for meal options.
Features
Facilities
Nearby
Campsites(5)
Trails(3)
Attractions(3)
Toilets(3)
Groceries(5)
Fuel(5)
BP NORTH BALLINA
BP · 1.4km
Updated < 1h ago
EG Ampol Ballina
EG Ampol · 2.1km
Updated < 1h ago
Ampol Ballina East
Ampol · 3km
BP BALLINA TRAVEL CENTRE
BP · 4.4km
Updated < 1h ago
Shell Lennox Heads
Shell · 6.2km
Updated < 1h ago
Dump Points(5)
BP Ballina Travel Centre Dump Point
Free · 4.4km
Lismore Showgrounds Dump Point
$? · 27.6km
Coraki Riverside Park
Free · 30.7km
Evans Head Dump Point
Free · 32.1km
Uralba Street Reserve
Free · 33.4km
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Nearby
Campsites(5)
Trails(3)
Attractions(3)
Toilets(3)
Groceries(5)
Fuel(5)
BP NORTH BALLINA
BP · 1.4km
Updated < 1h ago
EG Ampol Ballina
EG Ampol · 2.1km
Updated < 1h ago
Ampol Ballina East
Ampol · 3km
BP BALLINA TRAVEL CENTRE
BP · 4.4km
Updated < 1h ago
Shell Lennox Heads
Shell · 6.2km
Updated < 1h ago
Dump Points(5)
BP Ballina Travel Centre Dump Point
Free · 4.4km
Lismore Showgrounds Dump Point
$? · 27.6km
Coraki Riverside Park
Free · 30.7km
Evans Head Dump Point
Free · 32.1km
Uralba Street Reserve
Free · 33.4km